India Species-Category Pairs Evaluation
This section evaluates the accuracy of species-category pairings concerning wildlife in India.
Great Hornbill - Vulnerable Classification
The Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) is a bird species found in India. Its recognized conservation status is Vulnerable. This pairing accurately reflects the species' category.
Assessment of Other Pairs
- Asiatic Elephant: This species is classified as Endangered. It is not Endemic to India, as its range extends to other parts of South and Southeast Asia.
- Black Buck: The Black Buck (Antilope cervicapra) is native to India. Its current conservation status is Near Threatened, not typically listed simply as Rare.
- Nicobar Pigeon: The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is found in India's Nicobar Islands. It is listed as Near Threatened, not Endangered.
Based on established conservation data, the pairing of the Great Hornbill with the Vulnerable category is the correct representation among the given options.
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Important Questions from Indian Flora & Fauna
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1. Oak
2. Rhododendron
3. Rosewood
Select the correct answer using the code given below :
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The natural vegetation which covers the maximum geographical areas of India is
Which one of the following Indian states has the highest proportion of area under forest cover? (According to FSI 2022)
Borra caves are situated on the East Coast of India in which of the following hills?
